13. Use rubbing alcohol to stretch tight-fitting new shoes

This doesn’t always work, but it sure is worth a try; if your new leather shoes are pinching your feet, try swabbing the tight spot with a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol. Walk around in the shoes for a few minutes to see if they stretch enough to be comfortable. If not, the next step is to take them back to the shoe store.

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